Sylvan Learning Teacher

The Southern California Learning Corporation; Los Angeles (CA); Sur place; USD 28 000 - 30 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Southern California Learning Corporation in Los Angeles seeks a Sylvan Teacher to deliver engaging sessions using Sylvan materials and tailor instruction for individual learners. You will monitor progress, communicate results, and collaborate with center staff to ensure learning remains personal and effective.

You will prepare for sessions, greet students, and manage time and materials while recording progress and supporting student safety and well-being.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree or equivalent required.
• State or provincial teaching credentials preferred.
• Minimum of one year teaching experience preferred.
• AA degree required in a discipline; 3+ years college math.

Responsabilités

• Prepares for each instructional session and gathers materials.
• Greets students and initiates instruction to engage each student.
• Instructs students using Sylvan program materials.
• Manages session time to create balanced instruction.
• Evaluates and records student progress on assignments.
• Uses praise to keep students engaged and inspired.

Connaissances

Engage students

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Written communication

Team player

Formation

Four-year degree or equivalent

Teaching credentials preferred

One year teaching experience preferred

AA degree in discipline; math exposure

Outils

Tablet computers

Description du poste

REPORTS TO:Center Director and/or Director of Education

COMPENSATION: $20-$22/HOUR

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Sylvan Teacher is responsible for creating a positive personal learning experience for students by teaching students using Sylvan program materials. Using the program materials, the teacher creates balanced and robust learning experiences for students. The Sylvan Teacher evaluates student progress on each assignment, communicates this progress, and works with Center staff to ensure learning is personal for each student.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Prepares for each instructional session; Gathers and prepares materials as appropriate


• Greets students and initiates instruction to personally engage each student


• Instructs students according to the design of the Sylvan programs


• Manages students, tasks and time to create a balanced and robust instructional session


• Evaluates and records the progress of each student on their program assignment


• Uses praise and encouragement to ensure students are engaged and inspired to learn


• Motivates students with Sylvan tokens given for specific achievements according to the Sylvan instructional management standards


• Records and tracks tokens earned by students


• Manages the conclusion of each instructional session and manages the completion of learning logs and transition activities; Supports procedures to ensure student safety and well-being


• Communicates specific student needs to Center Directors


• Attends periodic staff meetings and completes ongoing training as needed


• Completes certification training on each Sylvan program taught to students

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

• Language Arts and Study Skills Program Teachers:
  
  
  
  • Four-year degree or equivalent required
  
  
  • State or provincial teaching credentials (current or expired) preferred
  
  
  • Minimum of one year of teaching experience preferred
  
  
  • Knowledge of phonics and reading comprehension preferred for reading teachers
  
  
  • AA degree required in a discipline; 3 or more years of college level math
  
  
  
  


• SAT/ACT, Test Prep, and Advanced Reading Skills Teachers:
  
  
  
  • Four-year degree or equivalent preferred
  
  
  • Knowledge of tablet computers preferred
  
  
  
  

SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Proven ability to engage, motivate, and inspire students to learn


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills


• Strong organizational skills


• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and be flexible


• Self-sufficiency in ownership of work and tasks


• Proven ability to communicate effectively in writing


• Ability to work collaboratively; strong team player

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be a complete list of all job responsibilities or skills, knowledge, and abilities required.

The Southern California Learning Corporation